Party Poopers: Sydney’s Heated Rivalry Lookalike Contest Cops Pushback From Council

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The organiser of a Heated Rivalry lookalike contest in Sydney has been forced to relocate the event after the council warned there would be hefty fines if it went ahead. “God forbid I put on a fun, community event spontaneously for the people!”In a statement provided to PEDESTRIAN.TV, the Inner West Council confirmed the necessary steps weren’t taken to allow the event to proceed. “In November 2025, the event organiser contacted Council about how to seek approval for the event. The lookalike contest has since been moved to the Imperial Hotel in Erskineville, but not without some logistical headaches for Tuck. (Image: Getty Images)The Heated Rivalry lookalike contest is one of multiple that has taken off in Australia and abroad in recent times.